Carrier Blank Sailings Drive Freight Rate Hikes!
Publish Time: 2025-09-18 Origin: Site
North American Routes: Carrier Blank Sailings Lift Rates
Other Routes: Most See Declines
Europe Routes: On September 12, the freight rate (including sea freight and surcharges) from Shanghai Port to basic European ports was USD 1,154/TEU, a 12.2% drop from the prior period.
Mediterranean Routes: In line with Europe routes, rates continued to fall. On September 12, the rate (including sea freight and surcharges) from Shanghai Port to basic Mediterranean ports was USD 1,738/TEU, down 11.8% from the previous period.
Persian Gulf Routes: Demand growth remained weak, and rates kept declining. On September 12, the market rate (including sea freight and surcharges) from Shanghai Port to basic Persian Gulf ports was USD 1,273/TEU, a 16.2% decrease from the prior period.
Australia-New Zealand Routes: After a period of continuous increases, rates adjusted downward recently. On September 12, the market rate (including sea freight and surcharges) from Shanghai Port to basic Australia-New Zealand ports was USD 1,259/TEU, down 4.1% from the previous period.
South American Routes: Insufficient market demand led to further rate declines. On September 12, the market rate (including sea freight and surcharges) from Shanghai Port to basic South American ports was USD 3,018/TEU, a 5.7% drop from the prior period.
Japan Routes: The shipping market remained generally stable with a slight rate increase. On September 12, the freight index for China-to-Japan routes stood at 964.10 points.
Advisory for Freight Forwarders & Shippers
Check the latest sailing schedules and freight rate information before arranging shipments;
Make advance arrangements for cargo transportation such as North American trucking to avoid disruptions.